March weather forecast
Rockham, SD

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Rockham, is a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of March witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, escalating from a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in February to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout March, the temperature in Rockham tends to fall to a consistent average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In Rockham, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rockham. In Rockham, in March, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow. In Rockham, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Rockham?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Rockham, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Rockham?

In Rockham, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Rockham?

In March, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout March, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rockham in March?

In Rockham, during March, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Rockham have in March?

In March, the average day length in Rockham is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rockham?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CST. On the last day of the month, in Rockham, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rockham?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rockham, South Dakota, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Rockham?

In Rockham, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rockham?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Rockham, SD

Average temperature in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average high temperature in March: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in March
Rockham, SD

Average pressure in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average pressure in March: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Rockham, SD

Average wind speed in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average wind speed in March: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in March
Rockham, SD

Average humidity in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rockham, SD

Average rainfall in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in March
Rockham, SD

Average rainfall days in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rockham, SD

Average snowfall in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average snowfall in March: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Rockham, SD

Average snowfall days in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rockham, SD

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rockham, SD

Average sunshine days in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rockham, SD

Average UV index in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Rockham, SD

Average cloud cover in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in March
Rockham, SD

Average visibility in March - Rockham, SD
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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